US President Donald Trump responded to criticism over his controversial 28-point peace plan for Ukraine, insisting on Saturday that the proposal is still open for negotiation and not his final offer.
The remarks come as Ukrainian and European officials gather in Geneva to discuss the plan.
Trump sparked international debate after giving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy a one-week deadline to accept the proposal, which critics said heavily favored Moscow.
“No, not my final offer,” Trump told reporters at the White House. “We’d like to get to peace. It should’ve happened a long time ago.” He added that the conflict “should have never happened” and emphasized the need to end it “one way or the other.”
Ukrainian concerns
Ukrainian leaders reacted cautiously to the plan. Zelenskyy warned that the 28-point proposal could force Ukraine into a difficult position, potentially risking its dignity, key alliances, or facing harsh consequences.
European leaders have expressed support for Kyiv, emphasizing the need for any negotiations to protect Ukraine’s sovereignty and security.
Diplomatic talks in Geneva
On Sunday, officials from the US, Ukraine, France, Britain, Germany, and the EU are meeting in Geneva to discuss the peace plan. These talks aim to reconcile differing priorities and explore potential adjustments to the controversial proposal.
The Geneva discussions follow Trump’s attempt to apply pressure on Ukraine, with the US and European allies seeking a framework for ending the conflict while balancing Moscow’s demands.
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